Sony HDR HC3 Operating Guide - Page 18

Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) DV format pictures Battery pack NP-FP50 NP-FP60 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP71 NP-FP90 LCD panel opened* 85 135 185 220 335 LCD panel closed 95 145 200 235 355 * When the LCD backlight turns on. On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 34) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. - The battery pack is not attached correctly. - The battery pack is damaged. - The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only). • The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. • When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use a NP-FP60, NPFP70, NP-FP71 or NP-FP90 battery pack. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F) (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended). • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. 18 • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. PRECAUTION • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.